Kia Sportage: Heater / Mode Control Actuator Description and operation

Located in the heater unit, the mode control actuator adjusts the position of the mode door by operating the mode control actuator according to the signal from the A/C control unit.

Pressing the mode select switch shifts the mode control actuator in the order of Vent → Bi-Level → Floor → Mix.

Temperature Control Actuator Repair procedures

Inspection 1. Turn the ignition switch OFF. 2. Disconnect the temperature control actuator connector. 3. ...

Mode Control Actuator Repair procedures

Inspection 1. Turn the ignition switch OFF. 2. Disconnect the mode control actuator connector. 3. Verify ...

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Kia Sportage QL (2015-2025) Owners Manual: Rear center seatbelt

To fasten your seatbelt: 1. Extract the tongue plate (A) from the hole on the belt assembly cover. 2. Insert the tongue plate (A) into the buckle (A’) until an audible “click" is heard, indicating the latch is locked. Make sure the belt is not twisted. 3. Pull out the tongue plat ...

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2025) Owners Manual: Limitation of Active ECO operation

If the following conditions occur while Active ECO is operating, the system operation is limited even though there is no change in the ECO indicator. When the coolant temperature is low: The system will be limited until engine performance becomes normal. When driving up a hill: The system ...